DIY: Aldehyde (Cabin Air Filter) Installation
08-08-2003, 10:41 AM
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Originally posted by SL01
When I removed the white filter, there was debris in the top side of the filter. So... I suspect the air flow is top to bottom.
When I removed the white filter, there was debris in the top side of the filter. So... I suspect the air flow is top to bottom.
08-28-2003, 08:31 PM
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Great instructions.....another thanks from me! I was wanting to tear into that thing and see what it was all about.
Does anybody know if this only filters fresh air from outside of the car, or does it also filter the recirc'd air?
Does anybody know if this only filters fresh air from outside of the car, or does it also filter the recirc'd air?
08-29-2003, 10:04 AM
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Airflow direction is typically top to bottom. Above the filter is a grate to pull air from the inside, and the flapper there either closes off the outside duct, or closes off the grate, depending on the Recirc button.
The blower fan itself is at the bottom of the unit.
Dale
The blower fan itself is at the bottom of the unit.
Dale
08-29-2003, 11:21 PM
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BTW, the new filter does work. We were amazed when we happened to tilt open the roof while behind a somewhat smokey truck. Suddenly we got a really overpowering whif of not properly combusted oil/diesel. We were running with the AC on and outside air flow. Prior to opening the top there was a hint of exhaust but nothing to tell us the filter was protecting us from the equivalent of a skunk. Top got closed ASAP.
No more having to quickly switch to recycle to avoid bus fumes!
I'm counting this as one of the best spent $44 I've dropped in a long time. They get replaced every 25K miles.
No more having to quickly switch to recycle to avoid bus fumes!
I'm counting this as one of the best spent $44 I've dropped in a long time. They get replaced every 25K miles.
08-30-2003, 12:29 AM
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Originally posted by Edge
BTW, the new filter does work. We were amazed when we happened to tilt open the roof while behind a somewhat smokey truck. Suddenly we got a really overpowering whif of not properly combusted oil/diesel. We were running with the AC on and outside air flow. Prior to opening the top there was a hint of exhaust but nothing to tell us the filter was protecting us from the equivalent of a skunk. Top got closed ASAP.
No more having to quickly switch to recycle to avoid bus fumes!
I'm counting this as one of the best spent $44 I've dropped in a long time. They get replaced every 25K miles.
BTW, the new filter does work. We were amazed when we happened to tilt open the roof while behind a somewhat smokey truck. Suddenly we got a really overpowering whif of not properly combusted oil/diesel. We were running with the AC on and outside air flow. Prior to opening the top there was a hint of exhaust but nothing to tell us the filter was protecting us from the equivalent of a skunk. Top got closed ASAP.
No more having to quickly switch to recycle to avoid bus fumes!
I'm counting this as one of the best spent $44 I've dropped in a long time. They get replaced every 25K miles.
--SL01
09-11-2003, 09:08 AM
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Outstanding 'thread'! Thank you for your efforts providing the installation photos. I ordered the Aldehyde filter option yesterday and will knowingly do the installation when it arrives.
11-06-2003, 11:50 AM
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I presume the 'Aldehyde' filter is an upgrade to the standard paper element filter? Sounds like it's charcoal impregnated for odor control - maybe a tigher or different weave for allergens etc...?
- That's not bad access at all - Kudos to Mazda for some foresight here - I've done this job on some cars and had to take out half the dash and AC ductwork making the same replacement a 2 to 4 hour job!
WHile $40 may seem high I presume the standard filter is much less and is or soon will be available from aftermarket suppliers. This is not something you have to change frequently - depending on your locale with with the AC on recirc - you could go years between changes perhaps.
- That's not bad access at all - Kudos to Mazda for some foresight here - I've done this job on some cars and had to take out half the dash and AC ductwork making the same replacement a 2 to 4 hour job!
WHile $40 may seem high I presume the standard filter is much less and is or soon will be available from aftermarket suppliers. This is not something you have to change frequently - depending on your locale with with the AC on recirc - you could go years between changes perhaps.
11-06-2003, 01:08 PM
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A quick google search turns up this link:
http://www.mazda.com/publicity/publi.../990408ea.html
--SL01
http://www.mazda.com/publicity/publi.../990408ea.html
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12-23-2003, 05:43 PM
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Originally posted by SL01
A quick google search turns up this link:
http://www.mazda.com/publicity/publi.../990408ea.html
--SL01
A quick google search turns up this link:
http://www.mazda.com/publicity/publi.../990408ea.html
--SL01
so are no furnace filters made with this stuff? the link says mazda is the first to use it in cars, but perhaps it is available elsewhere?
07-22-2004, 07:10 PM
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the Aldehyde filter was designed by a Mazda engineer...it is COMPLETELY new technology...not just for cars it will probably be used in EVERYTHING (I thought Mazda only made cars...actually this was a Mazda engineer...female I believe...who was frustrated with the lack of good filtering technology in cars...she brainstormed and came up with an amazing technology that will help people worldwide!
I installed mine...not for me but my girlfriend, she is allergic to just about everything so it was like giving a present to her...SHE LOVES IT...I benefit by no sticky **** coming from the outside...
Question...if it is on 'circulate air' does it filter the air? if so will it filter out gas release in the cabin? j/k
I installed mine...not for me but my girlfriend, she is allergic to just about everything so it was like giving a present to her...SHE LOVES IT...I benefit by no sticky **** coming from the outside...
Question...if it is on 'circulate air' does it filter the air? if so will it filter out gas release in the cabin? j/k
08-20-2004, 02:09 PM
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Wow, a huge thank you to SL01 for his great instructions and photos.
I've only had my 8 for three days, but I'm allergic to damn near everything (except 1g corners) so I'll be installing one of these soon, after I do the oil cooler screens. Gotta protect my new baby.
It's stuff like this that convinced me to buy this car even before I test drove it. Love all you guys/gals and the helpful enthusiasm.
I've only had my 8 for three days, but I'm allergic to damn near everything (except 1g corners) so I'll be installing one of these soon, after I do the oil cooler screens. Gotta protect my new baby.
It's stuff like this that convinced me to buy this car even before I test drove it. Love all you guys/gals and the helpful enthusiasm.
08-21-2004, 03:08 AM
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Originally Posted by truemagellen
Question...if it is on 'circulate air' does it filter the air? if so will it filter out gas release in the cabin? j/k
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